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$313+ Cheap flights from California to Madrid, Spain (MAD)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MAD
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Wed 6/17
Wed 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Madrid

Cheapest flights from California to Madrid
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 18, 2026.

This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/26:30 am
SJC
-
MAD
2 stops16h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Wed 11/1810:00 am
MAD
-
SJC
2 stops20h 47m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 5/18$653
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/79:25 am
LAS
-
MAD
1 stop15h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 10/2012:45 pm
MAD
-
LAS
1 stop35h 09m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 5/17$663
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/710:44 am
LAS
-
MAD
1 stop13h 21m
Iberia
Tue 10/203:25 pm
MAD
-
LAS
1 stop15h 43m
Iberia
Deal found 5/13$701
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/237:20 pm
LAS
-
MAD
1 stop14h 20m
SWISS
Wed 11/1110:05 am
MAD
-
LAS
2 stops19h 56m
SWISS
Deal found 5/13$737
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1812:36 pm
SFO
-
MAD
1 stop16h 49m
Iberia
Tue 9/812:45 pm
MAD
-
SFO
Nonstop12h 35m
Iberia
Deal found 5/18$746
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/237:20 pm
LAS
-
MAD
1 stop14h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/111:35 pm
MAD
-
LAS
1 stop16h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13$746
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/99:10 am
LAS
-
MAD
1 stop13h 50m
Air Canada
Wed 11/181:35 pm
MAD
-
LAS
2 stops43h 21m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/13$747
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/216:00 am
SJC
-
MAD
2 stops21h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/253:55 pm
MAD
-
SJC
1 stop27h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$747
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/110:45 pm
SFO
-
MAD
1 stop24h 15m
Delta
Fri 11/206:00 am
MAD
-
SFO
1 stop14h 45m
Delta
Deal found 5/16$748
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/97:30 pm
LAS
-
MAD
2 stops27h 15m
United Airlines
Wed 11/181:35 pm
MAD
-
LAS
2 stops37h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/13$748
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/284:35 pm
SFO
-
MAD
1 stop15h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 12/319:10 pm
MAD
-
SFO
1 stop27h 55m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 5/17$749
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/411:42 am
SNA
-
MAD
1 stop16h 48m
British Airways
Tue 10/2011:45 am
MAD
-
SNA
1 stop18h 28m
British Airways
Deal found 5/17$749

Find flight deals from California to Madrid

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Madrid flight deals. Data was last updated May 18, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$663
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$313
(eDestinos)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$911

Good round-trip deal

$1,002 or less

Good one-way deal

$569 or less
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From California to Madrid Barajas
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One-way flight from California to Madrid Barajas
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 29% potential increase in price ($303 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($46 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Madrid Barajas.
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Madrid that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 18, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Madrid that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San JoseMadrid

SJC - MAD

SJCMAD

San Jose

Mon 9/21

6:00 am-12:50 pm

2 stops21h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 9/25

7:50 pm-1:39 pm

2 stops26h 49m

$747

San JoseMadrid

SJC - MAD

SJCMAD

San Jose

Mon 10/5

12:45 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop14h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 10/20

7:05 am-6:20 pm

2 stops20h 15m

$758

OntarioMadrid

ONT - MAD

ONTMAD

Ontario

Sun 10/18

12:00 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop15h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 10/23

9:50 am-6:18 pm

1 stop17h 28m

$764
Quickest round-trip

Las VegasMadrid

LAS - MAD

LASMAD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 10/21

5:50 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop13h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 10/30

10:00 am-4:35 pm

1 stop14h 35m

$767

Las VegasMadrid

LAS - MAD

LASMAD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 11/7

11:00 pm-7:45 am

1 stop23h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 11/18

11:15 am-10:17 pm

1 stop20h 02m

$768

BurbankMadrid

BUR - MAD

BURMAD

Burbank Bob Hope

Mon 10/5

6:35 pm-8:05 am

2 stops28h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 10/22

1:30 pm-8:43 pm

2 stops40h 13m

$775

OntarioMadrid

ONT - MAD

ONTMAD

Ontario

Wed 10/28

7:00 am-7:45 am

2 stops16h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 11/11

11:15 am-8:20 pm

2 stops18h 05m

$791

Las VegasMadrid

LAS - MAD

LASMAD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 9/28

8:20 am-8:05 am

1 stop14h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 10/10

12:45 pm-1:59 pm

2 stops34h 14m

$798

Las VegasMadrid

LAS - MAD

LASMAD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 10/22

11:59 pm-9:00 am

1 stop24h 01m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 10/29

12:35 pm-11:56 pm

2 stops43h 21m

$798

Las VegasMadrid

LAS - MAD

LASMAD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 10/9

11:50 pm-6:50 am

2 stops22h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 10/16

12:45 pm-6:19 pm

2 stops38h 34m

$801

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Best time to book a flight from California to Madrid

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Madrid

How far ahead should I book a flight from California to Madrid?

Booking 76 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from California to Madrid. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Madrid?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Madrid (average of $523). Flying from California to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,242). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to MAD?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Madrid. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 18, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Madrid as you normally would.

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Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Madrid. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Madrid from California?

    For a flight from California to Madrid, you will be flying into Barajas. Madrid Barajas (MAD) is just 8.5 mi from the center of the city.

  • How popular is this California to Madrid flight route?

    This flight path from California to Madrid Barajas was viewed by 43 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from California to Madrid?

    A quick flight from California to Madrid can take about 15h 15m. KLM provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $764. The distance from California to Madrid is about 5790 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Madrid one-way?

    $200 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from TAP AIR PORTUGAL. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air Canada and United Airlines, with prices starting from $244 and $244, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Madrid?

    The most popular route from California to Madrid is Los Angeles - Madrid Barajas. You may also consider San Francisco - Madrid Barajas or San Diego - Madrid Barajas.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Madrid?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from California to Madrid are American Airlines (73%), Qatar Airways (55%) and Alaska Airlines (55%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Madrid?

    While on average a flight from California to Madrid is generally $1,547, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $348. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Madrid Barajas), you can expect to pay $496 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Madrid that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Madrid flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Madrid?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Madrid.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Madrid?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Madrid by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Madrid?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Madrid (average of $523). Flying from California to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,242). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from California to Madrid

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Madrid. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$166Average$1,103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$324Average$550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ITA AirwaysCheapest$370Average$683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air CanadaCheapest$393Average$664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
FinnairCheapest$412Average$714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
SWISSCheapest$420Average$621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
British AirwaysCheapest$432Average$702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$437Average$810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$438Average$730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$441Average$794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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